Easter Flowers

Late winter and early spring bring forth buds on trees, green sprouts from the ground, and the dreaded yellow and green pollen. Here in the lowcountry of South Carolina, we often experience two or three waves of pollen bursts. Standing in my front yard and looking across the street, I wonder if what I see is smoke. Then, realize that pollen is filling the air and covering everything in its path.

From that troublesome pollen comes beauty. Soon the yucky yellow and green coatings will leave. Azaleas, plumbago, hydrangeas, and other beautiful sights will adorn flower beds and yards. What wonderful creations the Lord provides for us to enjoy! Through sight, smell, and touch, our senses come alive with each new growth.

Easter lilies are often sold at plant nurseries and home improvement stores. Those lilies are sometimes placed at the front of the church pulpit on Easter.

My parents shared the love of gardening with me. Vegetables, fruits, and flowers filled our yard every season. Working in the soil brought feelings of joy and contentment. I learned to plant seeds and have patience.

One of the most special ways to share flowers is to take some to church and place them on the cross on Easter Sunday. The purple sash which covers the cross in some churchyards reminds us of the kingship of Jesus and the sacrifice He made for us. Sunrise service on Easter morning also reminds us of the love God has for His children. God gave His only Son so we might have life.

Our church is located across the street from an inlet which leads out to the ocean. When the tide allows, the congregation gathers on the beach for Easter Sunrise service. The sound of waves lapping the shore and the sight of morning sun peeking over the horizon calms our spirits as we share in a time of worshiping the Lord.

The Easter flowers usually stay at the church while we walk across the street and onto the sand to have worship service. There are times when someone will bring a lily or another flower to adorn the makeshift pulpit.

Easter flowers have many uses. Sharing the beauty of His creations with others, remembering the sacrifice made for us, holding them while we shout “He is Risen. He is risen indeed!” are all ways we can have a meaningful Easter Sunday.

How will you share Easter this year? Will you take flowers to place by the cross at your church? Will you attend a sunrise service on the beach or in the woods? Wherever you are, remember His love and sacrifice. You are His precious child.

He is Risen! Risen indeed!

Blessings,

Melissa Henderson